THE DOCTOR IS IN!

Have you ever needed help from real-life experts when building out your story’s characters, scenes, and circumstances? Or maybe you have specific questions about the publishing industry and how to get your work out into the world. We’ve built a schedule filled with experts to answer any burning questions you may have to help you get to the finish line!

Each expert will be available for a total of 30 minutes. No appointments; just drop in and ask your questions at any time during their shift at the Lucy Booth. We ask that you keep your conversation brief, being mindful of others who may be waiting to talk to the same expert.

The “Lucy Booth” will be located in the Lobby. Step right up and engage our experts!

Find out more about our Lucy Booth experts HERE.

LUCY BOOTH SCHEDULE

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4

1:30 – 2:00 pm

Word Economy: Publishing Micro and Flash Fiction

with Creative Writing Professor and Award-Winning Microfictionist RAN WALKER

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2:00-2:30 pm

All Things Poetry

with Poet & Educator ROSA CASTELLANO

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2:30 – 3:00 pm

Marketing, Publicity, and Self-Publishing

with Author PR Expert KRISTI TUCK AUSTIN

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3:00 – 3:30 pm

Capturing Reality When Writing Emergency Situations

with Seasoned 911 Operator/Fantasy Writer BILL BLUME

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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5

1:30 – 2:00 pm

Crafting the Perfect Story Title

with Copy Writer/Author/Illustrator PHIL HILLIKER

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2:00-2:30 pm

Incorporating Blood, Sweat, and Tears in Writing

with Scientist & Kinesiology Professor DR. LAURA Q. JIMENEZ

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2:30 – 3:00 pm

Writing a Series, Mystery, and Genre Fiction

with Mystery Series Author & Educator HEATHER WEIDNER

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3:00 – 3:30

Ask a Librarian

with Librarian and Author J.T. GLOVER

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Just drop by the booth in the designated hours, and Lucy . . . um . . . a real expert. . . will help you get the answers you need!